How to wear a Kelly casually?

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kat99 said:
That is unfortunate - does your store have a craftsman? Maybe they want to start limiting the amount of different options and stick to a certain length.

I did want to clarify that I have never been offered an adjustable option on straps - they are all measured to a particular length only.
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A custom strap was made to measure for my bolide several years ago. Our store craftsman ordered the leather pieces from Paris and he had the webbing already in stock. He used an Evelyne strap to measure the length to both of our liking. It only took a few weeks to have it made at that time. Recently I went into the store to inquire about making another strap for my second bolide, and he indicated that all straps would have to be made in Paris and would take quite a while. I was not given a reason why H decided to change their policy. Seems sad that customers would not have this option when clearly there is a need for cross body or longer strap when needed for their beautiful bags. I love my canvas strap option and hope H reconsiders on this policy.
 
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I'd love to know if anyone is getting the straps they've ordered. One of the H managers told me that boutiques are still taking orders but they are not being filled because Paris is so far behind and they are not taking their craftspeople away from making bags to make lower ticket items. Would love to know if this is true or not.
 
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Laetitya said:
Hello ladies,
My mother has given me her Kelly which she barely used for my 30th birthday. It is absolutely beautiful, a rich brick red with goldtone hardware. However, I usually dress rather casually and normally opt for less structured handbags such as Balenciaga. I am not trying to sound ungrateful as I know how beautiful this bag is however it does not really suit my lifestyle as it is. Do you have any ideas of how to wear it more casually or make it looks slightly younger? Perhaps by adding a longer strap?
I doubt I would ever be able to exchange it for a Birkin as I seem to remember those are more expensive than Kellys, right? Thank you!
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Positively beautiful. You are one lucky lady.
 
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birkin10600 said:
Love everyone's look! Here's my quick pics of my Kelly32 bambou in ghw. Thank you for letting me share!
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yahhooooo sort of twins birkin10600!!!! bambou looks fab on you!!!

fashionpl said:
Casually kicking back with my two favorite K's ... my 28cm and my vizsla. Waiting for our cross body canvas strap to arrive.:laugh:
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i don't know what i love more, your dog or your K!!!

arabesques said:
For my favorite thread . . .

A quick pic of one of my Kellys with a wrap dress. It's a green 28cm box Kelly from 1958.

Thank you, everyone, for keeping this thread going. It contains much inspiration.
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you look stunning!!! love this pic!
 
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